Police identify pedestrian killed in east Lincoln crash
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Police have identified the woman who was fatally struck by a vehicle Friday afternoon in east Lincoln.
At around 2:30 p.m., Katherine Gogela, 42, was hit by a northbound vehicle near 84th Street and Cherrywood Drive.
Police said Gogela was crossing the street on the MoPac Trail.
She was taken to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
LPD said the driver, a 19-year-old man, stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.
Investigators noted there was no indication of impairment or excessive speed.
An investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 402-441-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.
Gogela was a doctor at Lincoln Pediatric Group, according to the medical center’s Facebook page.
“She was a spectacular part of our group—a skilled, caring clinician, a loyal partner, a trusted friend, and a truly wonderful wife, mother, daughter and sister,” the medical center wrote. “Her example of dedication and care set a high standard for us all and we miss her greatly.”
